Work will close Portsmouth bridge for a week

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — Some commuters between Maine and New Hampshire will have to find a new route next week as the state shuts down the Memorial Bridge for repairs.

The 85-year-old bridge over the Piscataqua River between Portsmouth and Kittery will be closed from Monday to Saturday so workers can replace cables that allow the bridge deck to rise for ship traffic.

The state says the Memorial Bridge is the top priority among bridges needing repairs.

The bridge will be closed in the down position, so boating will be limited.